Yes, we're fans of ANY kind of bikini body (or bathing suit body, if you're past that time in your life), but hang-ups like bloating, adult acne and an upset stomach can seriously detract from time spent sunning and funning with the fam. So you might want to consider passing on these bites so you feel—and look—your best all beach season.

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Dairy

A recent study found that regularly having milk, skim milk, yogurt and cheese in your diet is linked with moderate to severe breakouts, so that evening ice cream indulgence may be the culprit of acne along your jaw line, chest, and back. And because most dairy has a lot of fat, it can give your stomach a tough time during digestion, especially if you're lactose intolerant, or lacking the enzyme lactase that breaks down the milk sugar lactose. If that happens, it could potentially lead to belly bloat because of the excess gas that's produced from the undigested sugar.

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Fruit Smoothies

Yep, a cold smoothie filled with fresh fruit sounds like the perfect way to cool off on a hot day. But be careful about how often you slurp one down—these delicious, seemingly healthy drinks are surprisingly caloric (some are more than 600 calories, nearly half of what you're supposed to consume in a day), and they could add an extra five pounds to your waistline by summer's end. That being said, don't feel like you have to avoid them altogether. "They're a great idea if you're balancing it out with protein or good fats," says holistic health counselor Pamela Salzman. To have your fix, blend one cup of strawberries, one banana, a handful of spinach (pinky promise you won't taste it), ice, and a cup of almond milk.

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Gluten-Free Food

You might think you're being healthy by choosing gluten-free, but not everything with a G-free label is a health food. Processed foods like crackers or cookies can be another bloat-inducing culprit because many of them have excess sugars and gum to make up for the missing ingredients, and those are difficult for your body to break down. "They're usually lower in fiber and protein than ones made with whole grains, too, so if you're not gluten-intolerant and are set on enjoying some sweets, the whole grain version is actually better," says Salzman. Either way, shelved goods are usually going to cause a bit of bloat as the additives often used are difficult to digest, so your best bet is reaching for fresh food–think sweet potatoes over pasta, or brown rice over bagels—to help you feel your best.

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Bread

While sandwiches make for an easy poolside lunch, bread can be surprisingly high in sodium, which makes you retain water and causes bloating. Instead, try lettuce wraps or cups—we like filling the iceberg variety with grilled chicken and carrots—to still enjoy a satisfying meal.

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Protein Bars

They're great for a quick energy boost, but many have soy protein isolate, a byproduct of soy manufacturing. "It's just a dry, refined powder that's been separated from the other parts of the soybean," explains Salzman. "It's practically carbohydrate and fat-free, but it's super hard to digest because almost all of the fiber is removed during that refining process." And when foods are hard to digest, they cause more belly bloat.

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Alcohol

Ugh, cellulite. It's more common in women than men, so consider yourself blessed if you don't have it (and if you do, just embrace it like these rockstars). Though it is primarily genetic, it's exacerbated by high-fat foods and dehydrating beverages, like alcohol and carbonated drinks (in other words, that rum and diet coke really isn't a good idea). Your skin isn't as tight when it's dehydrated, so if you do decide to imbibe, be sure to follow it up with a glass of water before grabbing another.

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Veggies

No, not all of them are off the list—after all, vegetables play a critical role in a healthy daily diet. But cabbage, broccoli and Brussels sprouts cause gas, and "people tend to overeat these when they're trying to lose weight because they're so low-calorie," explains Salzman. So maybe just avoid them on beach day and instead opt for snack bags of celery and carrot sticks—you can even dip 'em in some hummus for a digestive-friendly snack.

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Chips

Hey, we get it: sometimes you just need to munch. But beware, because there's a reason you usually don't feel so hot after eating a bag. Chips are high in salt, which causes bloating, and many new kinds of chip varieties—like baked pretzel chips and soy chips—can contain more unhealthy chemicals than some major brands like Lays and Cape Cod. On that list are trans fats, which are completely unnatural and have been shown to increase the risk of heart disease and make the appearance of cellulite more prominent.

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Low-Calorie Foods and Drinks

Does the label say, "sugar-free"? Not so fast. Just because itdoesn't have sugar doesn't mean there aren't any sugar alcohols. "Artificial sweeteners are more intense than real sugar and can actually dull your brain and taste buds to real, natural sugar," says Salzman, which can cause weight gain and increase your risk for Type 2 diabetes. "Sugar alcohols (xylitol, mannitol and sorbitol) have also been known to produce excess gas, which are found in many sugar-free, diet, and reduced-calorie food products," Falcone says. You're better off sticking with the regular option than looking for that low-cal label.

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MSG-Containing Foods

By now, we're sure you've heard of monosodium glutamate, or MSG. It's added to foods like processed meats, soups, salad dressings and Chinese dishes to provide the savory fifth taste umami. Though considered safe by the Food and Drug Administration, you'll want to look out for this one on ingredient lists on beach day, since it's been shown to cause bloating, says Falcone. And keep an eye on that ingredient label. Certain ingredients—like hydrolyzed vegetable protein, autloyzed yeast, hydrolyzed yeast, yeast extract, soy extracts and protein isolate—already contain MSG, so the FDA doesn't require products with these listed to also put MSG as an ingredient.

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